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14 January 2025 | 19 replies
I have a list of them that I can share with you.Chicago, without a doubt, has some downsides, but there are also a lot of positives, like the inventory of older multi-family properties and price points at all levels.Investing out-state can be challenging because of the distance and the need for boots on the ground that you can trust 100%.
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31 January 2025 | 19 replies
I used a PM in the DR because it was just easier, especially with the language barrier and definite distance issues but I did co-host the listing on Airbnb.
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3 January 2025 | 3 replies
@Phil SheltonYou would need a civil engineer to provide a drawing to get submitted to zoning and get a permit if it passes zoning is most common This also depends on the road - if it’s a state road forget it as it will take a year to get approved and cost a fortune - if it’s a local road process not as cumbersome but don’t expect this to happen quicklyIn some instances you may have to prepare sight distances etc to make sure it’s safe to add a curb cut
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3 February 2025 | 27 replies
If you have an issue with that, or are long distance, hiring a property manager is a must.
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13 January 2025 | 11 replies
It is also a long distance rental property.
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6 January 2025 | 8 replies
SetbacksSetbacks are the minimum distance the ADU must be from the property lines and it all comes down to the specific zoning you are in.
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26 January 2025 | 32 replies
I was only with them for a short interim due to the distance.
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21 January 2025 | 27 replies
Highlight the area shopping, business etc, distance to schools .
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27 January 2025 | 56 replies
Had a client close on an MTR there this summer in a nice townhouse walking distance to Pearl Street.
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31 December 2024 | 12 replies
Imaging $1 Uber rides, then tipping the driver based on the actual distance.